1972 Ferrari 365 GT4 vs. 1959 Lancia Appia
To start off, 1972 Ferrari 365 GT4 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Lancia Appia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Lancia Appia would be higher. At 4,388 cc (12 cylinders), 1972 Ferrari 365 GT4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ferrari 365 GT4 (310 HP) has 263 more horse power than 1959 Lancia Appia. (47 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ferrari 365 GT4 should accelerate faster than 1959 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ferrari 365 GT4 weights approximately 353 kg more than 1959 Lancia Appia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1972 Ferrari 365 GT4 (433 Nm) has 356 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Lancia Appia. (77 Nm). This means 1972 Ferrari 365 GT4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ferrari 365 GT4 | 1959 Lancia Appia | |
| Make | Ferrari | Lancia |
| Model | 365 GT4 | Appia |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4388 cc | 1090 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 47 HP |
| Torque | 433 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1253 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2520 mm |
